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Hopper

Staff Backend Software Engineer - Commerce Foundations (100% Remote - Colombia)

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6 days ago
Remote, Colombia or Remote, Peru
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Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, build, and operation of API and full-stack solutions for travel booking.
  • Architect scalable and resilient systems for booking flows and checkout journeys.
  • Proactively identify and resolve engineering bottlenecks in the codebase or infrastructure.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product teams and external partners.
  • Drive decision-making through high-quality documentation and asynchronous communication.

Requirements

  • Deep experience in distributed system development, particularly in Scala.
  • Strong product thinking with a focus on customer experience.
  • Ability to master complex codebases and implement elegant abstractions.
  • Prioritize modular systems that support multiple partners with minimal manual intervention.
  • Balance long-term system health with the need for rapid delivery.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and pre-IPO equity packages.
  • Group medical and dental insurance for full-time employees.
  • Life insurance with short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Access to telemedicine services for employees and dependents.
  • Generous parental leave policy above industry standards.
  • Unlimited PTO and travel stipend.
  • Flexdesk access and work-from-home stipend.
  • Open communication with management and a dynamic team culture.